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AVA 692V

1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,068 mi
Last recorded32,068 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 100057,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVA 692V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 32,068 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

halo lights fitted that flash amber with indicators

Pass 18 Jul 2019 31,611 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

halo lights fitted that flash amber with indicators

Fail 18 Jul 2019 31,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both plates (0.1 (d))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

halo lights fitted that flash amber with indicators

Pass 2 Aug 2018 30,619 miles

Corrosion offside front floor

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2018 30,619 miles

Corrosion offside front floor

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2012 30,570 miles

Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 9,311 MOT tests across 1,335 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,335
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 726
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 519
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 472
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 470
brake recording little or no effort 382
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AVA 692V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 57,559 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 1000 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 726 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AVA 692V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AVA 692V registered?

AVA 692V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 1 August 1979.

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